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Falcons QB Michael Penix isn't the only one heating up in Atlanta after the organizers of Breakaway announced a massive lineup for its first-ever festival in the city. Breakaway is scheduled for May 16-17, 2025 at Atlanta's Center Parc Credit Union Stadium Victory Plaza. It's one of six new markets for the red-hot festival brand, which was named 2024's best event organizer in EDM.com's list of the year's top industry leaders. "Breakaway is incredibly excited to add Atlanta to our 2025 tour," sai

Beats as crisp as Grand Rapids' famous craft beers will soon be shaking the city after the organizers of Breakaway Music Festival announced a massive lineup for its 2025 Michigan edition.  Presented by CELSIUS in partnership with MiEntertainment, the nation's fastest-growing independent festival brand is returning to Grand Rapids' Belknap Park for two nights of open-air raving from August 15-16. Breakaway co-founder Zach Ruben said the city "has felt like a second home" for the festival for near

FVDED In The Park is again blowing away Canada’s West Coast music festival scene. FVDED shocked the electronic music community in 2024, bouncing back from the previous year’s cancellation with a stellar lineup featuring Swedish House Mafia and Kx5. Live Nation and Blueprint doubled down this year, securing equally impressive headliners in Tiësto and Zedd, and bolstering the event with an even deeper lineup. A dizzying roster of heavy-hitters is headed to Surrey’s Holland Park from July 4-5. The

Zeds Dead are bringing the bass to the iconic Katz’s Delicatessen, transforming the New York City landmark into an intimate, one-night only pop-up show on March 20th. Known for its towering pastrami sandwiches, Katz's, a staple in the city's food scene since 1888, will become an exclusive concert venue for a late-night set from the influential dubstep duo. The show comes just before their two-night run at Avant Gardner as part of their "Return to the Spectrum of Intergalactic Happiness" tour, su

ZHU is stepping behind the camera with 24 Hours of Grace, a new documentary feature premiering at SXSW. The "Faded" hitmaker has always embraced the shadows, but in his first documentary, he's stepping into the light. No stranger to reinvention, ZHU serves as the film's director, producer and screenwriter, crafting an intimate portrait of an artist at a crossroads. 24 Hours of Grace follows ZHU as he returns to San Francisco to record GRACE, his fourth studio album, inside a gothic cathedral tha

Chicago’s flagship house and techno festival, ARC Music Festival, has unveiled its 2025 lineup as it returns to Union Park this Labor Day Weekend, August 29–31. This year promises the most diverse and ambitious curation yet—melding pioneering legends, emerging innovators, and groundbreaking B2B sets that capture the festival’s spirit of innovation. Over its five-year history, ARC has become a vital hub for iconic figures, rising stars, and underground trailblazers in Chicago, the birthplace

Alden Song returns with his latest Tech House single, ‘Gonna Say Goodbye,’ highlighting his continued evolution as both a Producer and DJ with a high-powered track primed for peak time moments. With a focus on groove-driven rhythms and infectious melodies, this new production showcases Alden Song’s ability to craft immersive dancefloor experiences while incorporating fresh influences into his ever-evolving sound.  Having carved his journey through exciting DJ performances across the USA and

UK-based producer Massano returns with another standout release, ‘Throwing Stones’, a track that seamlessly blends melodic house & techno elements. Known for his cinematic soundscapes and dynamic production style, Massano crafts an emotionally rich experience filled with pulsing rhythms, hypnotic synth lines, and an undeniable sense of progression. ‘Throwing Stones’ builds with a deep, rolling bassline and airy vocal chops, creating a moody yet euphoric atmosphere. The track’s driving pe

Crankdat, the Bass House Powerhouse, is back with his latest track, ‘Whiplash,’ featuring SOFI. A new single that is already a staple in his “GET CRANKED!” North American Tour. The high-energy collaboration is ready to play and marks another milestone in Crankdat’s rapidly growing career. Known for his signature sound and making crowds jump in sync, he has been making waves with his unique approach to bass-driven music. If you have never heard his music, listen to ‘Whiplash’ and you will hear th

*Featured Cover Photo Credit: Tierney / EMPIRE Distribution On Saturday, February 15, the gnarly and innovative house and techno label, Dirtybird Records, hosted their 20th anniversary event, Dirtybird Twenty, at the International Art Museum of America. This museum is located in the world-famous Financial District of San Francisco (more specifically, on the renowned Market Street itself) and the Dirtybird Twenty event was the perfect occasion for the museum to showcase its beautiful artistic

On March 29, 2025, downtown San Jose had an unforgettable Block Party that had Australian dance music superstar, FISHER, as its headliner. FISHER threw down a Block Party that showed the music world that the Northern Californian city of San Jose is definitely a dance music hotspot. The promoters of the event were not only Insomniac themselves, but also local SF Bay Area dance music event promoters, 15Utah and DJ Dials, as well as San Jose-based event promoters, San Jose Foos. The event stret

The world’s iciest festival is in full force right now as Igloofest Montreal is itching is way towards its last weekend. However, before getting back on the cold dancefloor for Weekend #4, we need to take a look back on a memorable performance by one of the all-time greats. On January 31, 2025, Igloofest Montreal transformed the Old Port into a pulsating winter wonderland, headlined by the legendary Steve Angello. Despite the biting cold, with temperatures dipping to -10°C, the energy was e

After a cold weekend, we have finally warmed up enough to circle back and honor a true showcase. Excision’s Thunderdome returned to the Tacoma Dome in Seattle for a joyous and feisty weekend. Three nights of pure Bass music gave us enough to release our rage onto the dancefloor. Let’s relive the best moments of the weekend. Thunderdome’s Production Lasers after lasers, our eyes are still recovering from such a spectacle. Excision does it again with an incredible set design and produ

Join us as we sit down with a legendary vocalist and an incredibly wise rising star. Where do I even begin with this one? We were fortunate enough to catch a chat with two of the most prominent artists in Trance and Dance music as a whole. Firstly, we sat down with BiXX, experienced Uplifting Trance producer from Alabama who will see the release of his debut artist album this year. And alongside him, we had the pleasure of interviewing none other than Susana, arguably the voice of Trance.

Black Tiger Sex Machine (BTSM) have carved a unique and powerful space within the bass music scene, becoming one of the most celebrated bass acts in the world. Beyond their hard-hitting productions, they’re renowned for immersive live experiences that fuse cutting-edge visuals, dynamic lighting, and their iconic Tiger Helmets, all controlled live. Their dedicated fanbase, the BTSM Church, is a testament to how their music can inspire, motivate, and bring together a community. BTSM’s global r

We had a chat with quite the rising star recently. Music occupies a central position within the life of Melbourne-based artist Dave Leck, serving as a therapeutic medium through which he interprets and navigates personal development. His ascendance in recent years has been characterised by a series of increasingly refined releases, distributed through respected underground imprints such as PHW Elements, Soundteller Records, and Droid9. Notably, the August 2019 release of ‘Stardust’ repr

We recently sat down with one of the most successful Organic & Progressive House producers out there, for a friendly chat. I’ve been quite the gifted kid while doing press. I’ve been lucky enough to speak to so many referents of mine, and so many people who have shaped the scene into what it is today. Best of all, I’ve been able to share those meaningful conversations with the world, so that we get to experience the point of view of the person behind many musical miracles. Why do I s

We sat down with a great musician recently. The music industry is a very interesting place. You just don’t ever run out of good music, and it can come from virtually anywhere. That’s what happened to us when stumbling upon Night Breeze, a former Rock guitarist from Los Angeles, who’s turned to Dance music with swift success in just a handful of years. A lover of the Melodic House style, since kicking off his alias in 2023 he’s released on labels such as Where The Heart Is, Krafted, and B

Sometimes, one little reel or short-format video is all it takes to give you a head start into stardom. However, it takes dedication, planning, and follow-through, to continuously ride the wave and use your platform the most effective way. This is just one of the many intricate things we learnt about the up-and-coming DJ and producer OKAYVAL. The Florida-based artist has taken House music by storm with her newest track ‘Techno Sh’. Her sound portrays infectious, dark grooves and heavy basslines.

And now, time for some old Tiësto! The Dutch EDM legend is back full throttle with an incredible gift for his fans. Tiësto just uploaded his full 4-hour set at Club Space Miami. January 24th of this year, the DJ took listeners on a beautiful journey through a sunrise at the terrace in Miami, Florida. Similar to recent sets, he has tapped into more Progressive and Melodic sounds, similar to his sounds from the earlier 2000s. 4-Hour Club Space Tracklist DJs work hard, but ravers work

The fifth edition of Tomorrowland Winter has officially come to an end, bringing together more than 22,000 People of Tomorrow in the breathtaking ski resort of Alpe d’Huez. Over seven unforgettable days, festivalgoers from more than 90 countries embraced the perfect mix of music, mountains, and adventure, exploring the mesmerizing world of Paperworld. For those who want to relive the experience, full live sets from AFROJACK, Agents Of Time, Alok, Axwell, Henri PFR, HUGEL, Indira Paganotto, K

And just like that, the 25th edition of Ultra Music Festival in Downtown Miami kicks off festival season. Music Week was nothing short of amazing, with stellar lineups, incredible production value, and of course, we can now relive our favorite sets on YouTube. This year, we get to enjoy them sooner than anticipated. The three-day festival happened last weekend March 28-30 in Bayfront Park. So far Ultra itself has not uploaded the sets, but the artists themselves are doing it. Read on for festiva

Hilda Jackson, a 104-year-old from Derbyshire, UK, is proving that age is just a number as she prepares to celebrate her 105th birthday with a full-fledged rave. Set to take place on February 25 at Holbrook Hall care home, the event will feature a live DJ, UV lighting, and glow sticks, ensuring a vibrant night for Jackson and her fellow residents. Jackson, who has always had a passion for dancing and music, requested a high-energy celebration to reflect her zest for life. “She’s always been

Last weekend at Ultra Music Festival, there were at least a few people who trusted the wrong people to sell them festival tickets. Victims told the police that they bought two wristbands for $1200 in cash from Duckett. They were then denied entry and told those wristbands were fraudulent. They went back to Duckett to get their money back, but he said he could only give them $400 back because he spent the rest. That’s when they went to alert the police and identified Duckett for them. On

Breakaway Festival is making its highly debut in Dallas on April 4-5, 2025, transforming Fair Park into a vibrant dance haven. Presented by CELSIUS, this year’s festival promises an electrifying lineup featuring a mix of global superstars and rising talent across multiple genres. With massive headliners, dynamic stage productions, and an immersive festival experience, Breakaway is set to be one of the biggest EDM events in Texas this year. KREAM The Norwegian brother duo KREAM has been m